Blog https://visitbelfast.com/blog/ Blog Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:51:58 +0000 Belfast Arts, Culture and Heritage https://visitbelfast.com/blog/post/belfast-culture/ https://visitbelfast.com/blog/post/belfast-culture/#comments https://visitbelfast.com/blog/post/belfast-culture/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0100

Discover the true art, culture and heritage of Belfast. From its rich history to the local cuisine, unique art to hidden gems. Find out what Belfast is all about.

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The city of Belfast has been the homeplace to many famous Irish literary figures. C. S. Lewis, author of The Chronicles of Narnia, was born in Belfast as were, playwright Marie Jones and poet John Hewitt, just to name a few. Belfast has also helped to inspire other brilliant minds within the

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With over 150 pieces of public art in and around Belfast, take a look at some of our highlights including The Big Fish and the Beacon of Hope.

The Salmon of Knowledge

Donegall Quay, Belfast City Centre
John Kindness, 1999

Affectionately known as the Big Fish, this 10-metre long salmon was created by

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Belfast has an impressive array of gallery spaces, displaying everything from the most contemporary visual art to traditional printmaking techniques. Browse local and international artworks. Become inspired and attend a workshop being held at one of the many art venues below.

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